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WILKES-BARRE \u2014 Northeast Pennsylvania continues to be a region of choice for companies looking to grow, says John Augustine III, president\/CEO of Penn\u2019s Northeast.<\/p>\n
Augustine made the comment after it was announced that for the sixth consecutive year, the region has been recognized among the nation\u2019s top-performing regions for economic development in the 2025 Governor\u2019s Cup Awards, produced annually by Site Selection Magazine.<\/p>\n
Augustine said the Governor\u2019s Cup rankings measure completed economic development projects across the United States and serve as one of the most respected benchmarks in the industry.<\/p>\n
Penn\u2019s Northeast compiled and submitted a list of all projects that met the criteria as outlined by the publication. This year, the region moved up in the rankings.<\/p>\n
Augustine said this continued Top 10 recognition underscores the region\u2019s sustained momentum and competitiveness in attracting new investment and business expansion.<\/p>\n
\u201cThese rankings demonstrate the sustained strength and competitiveness of Northeastern Pennsylvania,\u201d Augustine said. \u201cMaintaining a Top 10 metro presence for six consecutive years and advancing to sixth in the category reflects the coordinated efforts of our economic development partners across the region.\u201d<\/p>\n
Augustine said NEPA\u2019s strategic location remains one of the region\u2019s strongest assets.<\/p>\n
\u201cBusinesses can reach one-third of the U.S. population and half of Canada\u2019s population within a one-day drive,\u201d Augustine said. \u201cThat logistical advantage \u2014 combined with reliable utilities, available sites, and a skilled workforce \u2014 keeps us highly competitive.\u201d<\/p>\n
Augustine said NEPA also ranked #7 in the Northeast region of the U.S. for economic development.<\/p>\n
In addition to the region\u2019s strategic location, reliable utilities, and dedicated workforce, coupled with an amazing education network, NEPA continues to stand out among many other areas of the country. Augustine said the results show that Northeastern Pennsylvania remains a top location in the United States for companies looking to grow their businesses.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur continued recognition in the Governor\u2019s Cup rankings reinforces that Northeastern Pennsylvania is not just growing, we\u2019re growing strategically,\u201d Augustine said. \u201cWith ongoing infrastructure investment, strong public-private collaboration, and proactive regional planning, we are well-positioned to sustain this momentum well into the future.\u201d<\/p>\n
Site Selection Magazine \u2014 produced by Conway Data \u2014 is a bi-monthly publication widely recognized as a leading source for corporate real estate, facility planning, location strategy, and foreign direct investment. The Governor\u2019s Cup Awards are regarded as a national benchmark for economic development performance.<\/p>\n
Reach Bill O\u2019Boyle at 570-991-6118 or on Twitter @TLBillOBoyle.<\/p>\n
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